1999 Audi R8R vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8R | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
